While we are all aware that dietary fibre is crucial for good health, do we really know the extent of its importance beyond the fact…
Health supplements derived from the Moringa plant are gaining popularity as health trends move towards natural remedies. The consumption of parts of the Moringa is…
The durian has the fearsome reputation of being smelly and spikey. While some adore its pungent smell and taste, others utterly loathe it. However, no…
The thick purple hide of the mangosteen has the reputation of staining if it comes into contact with your clothes. This tropical fruit is also…
Type 2 diabetes is a common condition that causes the level of sugar (glucose) in the blood to become too high. It can cause symptoms like…
We all know that after a period of stress, illness, or strenuous activity, the body needs to rest and recover. We may also have heard…
Many consider the humble peppermint plant a weed. Indeed, it is easy to grow and easy to maintain. However, despite its relatively low maintenance reputation,…
Bones play many roles in the body — providing structure, protecting organs, anchoring muscles and storing calcium. While it's important to build strong and healthy…
High blood pressure is often nicknamed the “silent killer” due to its lack of symptoms. The British Heart Foundation estimates four million people under the…
Lung cancer is one of the biggest killers in the world. Lung cancers often spread more quickly than other forms of cancer, with cancer cells…